Nature to Explore
If you’re a nature lover is there any better way to spend the day than outdoors surrounded by greenery, water, and wildlife?
Creative by nature
Creative by Nature
Welcome to Lakeside arts
We're the University of Nottingham’s public arts centre and the region’s leading venue for theatre and dance for children and families.
EAT & DRINK:
Pavilion Café
Mon - Fri: 8am - 4pm
Sat - Sun: 10am - 4pm
Gallery Café
Tue - Sat: 10am - 4pm
Sun: 12pm - 4pm
Mon: Closed
BOX OFFICE:
Tue - Sat: 11am - 4pm
Sun: 12pm - 4pm
Mon: Closed
Discover what's on
From towering sculptures to tiny puppets, we have arts and culture for everyone at Lakeside Arts. Check out our What's On page to find out more!
Don't miss
Exhibition
Djanogly Gallery
Angear Visitor Centre
Cosmic Titans: Art, Science and the Quantum Universe
Sat 25 Jan – Sun 27 Apr 2025
This free exhibition unites art and science in a captivating exploration of the quantum universe, celebrating the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.
Children & Families
Multibuy
Performing Arts Studio
Space Descent
Sat 24 May – Sun 1 Jun 2025
Family VR experience from the Science Museum Group, retracing Tim Peake's 400km journey back to earth. Suitable for 7+.
Highlights
See all our eventsChildren & Families
Workshop
Multibuy
Visual Arts Studio
Gallery Art Group
Saturdays 26 April – 24 May & 7 June – 5 July
Perfect for creative kids, this weekly art group meets in a relaxed, social setting. For ages 11-18.
Circus
Theatre & Dance
Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
SAND
Thu 1 May 2025
A seamless blend of circus art and theatre to charm and surprise.
Children & Families
Outdoor
Multibuy
Luminarium, Highfields Park
Myriad: Standard Entry
Sat 24 May – Sun 1 Jun 2025
Architects of Air return with the World Premiere of their new Luminarium, experience the magical world of colourful light.
Children & Families
Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
The Story Forge
Sun 4 May 2025
Family theatre where you help shape the story, with a pair of silly 'history professors'. For ages 6+.
Shape Your day
Let us help make the most of your visit, with our inspirational itineraries. There is something for everyone!
Art Lovers
Enjoy a day out at Lakeside full of creativity and inspiration with free exhibitions and installations all year round.
Family Day Out
Lakeside is the perfect place to bring the whole family, there is something for every generation. We’ve picked a few (or eight) of our favourites…
PlanYour visit
Find everything you need to know about visiting Lakeside Arts. See below for our opening times, how to get to us, and access information.
Opening Times
Find the opening times for all of our wonderful spaces and buildings here.
